Catholic TK-8 school in Los Alamitos with learning difference program, small classes, advanced degree faculty, and diverse activities
St. Hedwig Catholic School is a fully accredited TK-8 Catholic school in Los Alamitos, CA serving families throughout north Orange County, Long Beach, Rossmoor, Cypress, and Belmont Shores. The school recognizes that students learn differently and offers a Learning Difference Program and ADD/ADHD Support within the conventional classroom setting to help students with learning disabilities and attention challenges succeed academically while remaining integrated with their peers.
With an average class size of 22 students and a faculty where 100% hold advanced degrees, St. Hedwig provides individualized attention to support each child's growth. The school emphasizes developing the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually—grounded in Catholic values. Students have access to a range of extracurricular activities including sports, band, choir, theater, and clubs like Academic Decathlon and Chess, allowing every learner to discover their strengths and interests.
Tuition is $8,100 annually plus a $700 registration fee covering technology, assessments, books, field trips, and yearbook. The school maintains a 96% acceptance rate and uses a rolling admissions process. For families seeking a faith-based education with learning support services, St. Hedwig welcomes inquiries by calling (562) 296-9060 or visiting sthedwigk8.org.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students497
Class Size22:1 ratio
Tuition$8,100
Est.1960
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1960 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,100 |
| Tuition Notes | $700 school registration fee, which covers enrollment, technology fees, assessments, books, field trips, and yearbook. |
| Total Students | 497 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 20 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 100 |
| Average Class Size | 22 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Christina Hunt |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 96 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 21 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
We offer a limited learning support program within the conventional classroom
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Flag Football · Football · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Academic Decathlon · Chess · Student Council · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Band · Choir · Mad Science · The Kids Theater Company (TKTC) · Recreational Athletic Programs: · TGA Junior golf |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
Contact the school
(562) 296-90603591 Orangewood Ave, Los Alamitos, California 90720
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